Somate

Somate is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Barhanpur is the gram panchayat of Somate village.

Here you can discover what makes Somate unique in its vibrant Palghar-Thane region. You’ll see Somate’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Somate

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Somate is 552229. The village spans a total geographical area of 655.93 hectares. Palghar is nearest town to Somate village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

When it comes to local governance, Somate village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Boisar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Somate

According to the 2011 Census, Somate has a total population of about 1,761, with approximately 895 males and 866 females. The sex ratio is around 967 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 326 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,706. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.12%, with male literacy at about 53.30% and female literacy near 34.64%. There are around 335 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Somate's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,761 895 866
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 326 162 164
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,706 866 840
Literate Population 777 477 300
Illiterate Population 984 418 566

Connectivity of Somate

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Somate. As per the 2011 stats, Somate had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Somate

Knowing the nearby villages of Somate helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Somate.

Frequently Asked Questions about Somate

Where is Somate located?
Somate village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Somate?
The Gram Panchayat of Somate is Barhanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Somate as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Somate is 1,761, with 895 males and 866 females.
How many households are there in Somate as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Somate village has a total of 335 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somate as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Somate is 44.12%. The male literacy rate is 53.30%, while the female literacy rate is 34.64%.